Construction of the Lowcountry Celebration Park on Pope Avenue is now well underway. Located just before Coligny Circle this much-anticipated park will feature a large lawn and stage to accommodate festivals, concerts, and other gatherings; a children’s playground with an iconic ship-themed adventure playground; the Sandbox Children’s Museum as well as walking trails,  exercise stations, […]

Q: Julie, a friend of mine in another state recently had a large sum of money stolen when they wired money for the closing on their home.   How does this happen and what can be done to protect ourselves from such scams? A: I’m sorry to hear that your friends fell foul to Cyber Criminals and […]

Subject: Bulldog Fishing Charters Type: Private Fishing Charter Location: Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks, 1 Hudson Road Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29926 Cost: $375 – $1300 (For up to 6 People) Reservations: Yes Audience: Everyone Experience: For this month’s review of a local attraction, I thought I’d check out one of the many available […]

Julie, I am getting ready to put my home on the market and buy another home, what do I need to know about the home inspection process and what is required by the standard real estate purchase contract? A home inspection by a licensed professional home inspector is a good thing to have before you […]

Subject: The Art Cafe Type: Paint-your-own-Pottery Studio Location: 5 Lagoon Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, just above Rockfish Cost: Depends on what you want to paint plus $8 Studio Fee Reservations: No Audience: Everyone Experience: On Lagoon Road just across from Coligny Plaza, one can find the Rockfish, a restaurant that specializes in steak […]

Julie, is now a good time to buy a home or rental investment? Now is a great time! Whether you’re looking for your next permanent home or second home/rental investment property, there could not be a better time to dive into the Hilton Head area real estate market. 1. Prices in the Hilton head market […]

Subject: Dolphin & Nature Tour Type: Nature Cruise Location: Broad Creek Marina on Hilton Head Island Cost:   Dolphin & Nature = $20 Adults; $10 Children             Fireworks Evening Cruise = $28 Adults; $18 Children             Sunset Dolphin Cruise = $22 Adults; $11 Children Infants are FREE on all tours Reservations: Yes Audience: Everyone Experience: I […]

Julie,  What is wrong with listing my home with a higher price than recent comparable sales since I know people will want to negotiate?  Answer:  While it can be tempting to ‘test’ the market with a higher than market sales price, it can have some serious consequences regarding the eventual selling price of the property […]

Subject: Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf Type: Pirate Themed Miniature Golf Course Location: 8 Marina Side Drive, Hilton Head, SC Cost: $12.75 Adult; $10.75 Child (4-12); FREE For tots (4 and below with paying adult) plus $5 extra round or plus $7 for all day adventure Reservations: No Audience: Everyone Experience: It was a nice sunny […]

Q: Julie, why do we say buyer “versus” seller like it’s a boxing match? A:  Because it kind of is.  Simply put … market conditions that make it good for Home Buyers make it not so good for Sellers.  And vice-versa.  That’s why it’s critical for both buyers and sellers to know what kind of market they […]